Minneapolis Police Officers Praised for Pushing Stalled Car, Enhancing Community Relations
In Minneapolis, a pair of 2nd Precinct police officers became local heroes after they stepped up to manually push a broken-down car that was causing traffic disturbances. The incident, which could've easily been a recipe for commuter frustration, turned into a moment of community-building instead, as the officers...
Minneapolis Police Nab Suspected “Bar Bandit” Following Break-In; Search for Additional Perpetrators Continues
In a straightforward turn of events in downtown Minneapolis, the Minneapolis Police Department's officers from the 1st Precinct responded to a report of a break-in at a local bar. Upon arrival, they encountered unmistakable evidence of a forced entry, as described in a social media post by the MPD. A broken window,...
This Minnesota Walmart Is Set To Close, Impacting Hundreds Of Jobs
A Minnesota Walmart will be closing for good at the end of this month. According to a letter that Walmart sent to city and state leaders, there will be more than 170 associates who will be affected by the closing. What Walmart Store Will Be Closing In Minnesota?. According to...
Cultural evolution: Somali Museum Dance Troupe redefines tradition in Minnesota
Somali Museum Dance Troupe members preserve and adapt traditional dances, sharing Somali culture with audiences in Minnesota and across the United States.
Minneapolis Gets Surprising Spot on 2025 Dangerous Cities List
Minneapolis, Minnesota is such a cool city! Unfortunately, the crime in the area isn't good, and there are many people who are afraid to visit because of that. It's understandable! I do have to say, though, that there are plenty of places in Minneapolis that are safe. Just use common sense, and don't end up in the...
Minneapolis residents displaced following apartment fire, 1 taken to the hospital
Multiple Minneapolis residents were displaced on Saturday morning following an apartment fire that sent one person to the hospital.
Maple Grove’s Elm Creek Swim Pond To Close Aug. 17
One of the most popular spots in the northwest metro for families to visit in the summer will close about two weeks earlier than normal. The Three Rivers Park District is in the middle of a big construction project at Elm Creek Park. Starting Aug. 18, crews will repave the park’s roads, the parking lots and build two...
Eden Prairie unveils winner of contest to name the city’s new THC edible
Yes. Eden Prairie held a contest to name a THC gummy.
In Conversation with Former MPD Chief Medaria Arradondo
Medaria Arradondo’s new book, Chief Rondo: Securing Justice for the Murder of George Floyd, is his personal reflection on his complex and tumultuous final years as the Minneapolis Police Department’s police chief. Born in Minneapolis, and still known simply as “Rondo” in the Northside neighborhood where he grew up,...
Uptown roller rink will close in October
Twin Cities Skaters has announced that its TCS Studio Uptown will close on Oct. 5. "We were invited to this location in Uptown for a good time, not a long one," the group wrote on social media. "Redevelopment plans have been approved and groundbreaking will begin this fall for demolition and construction."